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VK54 YTB

2004 Daewoo Kalos

Blue Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

99,170 mi
Last recorded99,170 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2011
Typical for 2004 Daewoo Kalos48,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK54 YTB
MakeDaewoo
ModelKalos
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2011 99,170 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 10 Nov 2011 99,170 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

engine check light on

Pass 3 Nov 2010 91,717 miles

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 82,622 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 82,622 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 69,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 48,945 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 48,945 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Daewoo Kalos?

Based on 139,896 MOT tests across 9,375 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
4,840
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
9,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 6,491
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,218
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,419
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,582
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 3,464
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VK54 YTB is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos in Blue with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Daewoo Kalos models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 48,806 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Daewoo Kalos fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 6,491 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK54 YTB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Kalos typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Daewoo Kalos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VK54 YTB registered?

VK54 YTB is a 2004 Daewoo Kalos, first registered on 28 October 2004.

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